What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Engineer position at Architect of the Capitol?
Duties
Summary
This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Engineer. The selectee is responsible for projects involving the study, design, construction, inspection, testing of civil systems and their associated components including drainage; stormwater; retaining structures; site utilities such as water, sanitary, electrical, gas, thermal utilities; transportation systems such as roads, pedestrian paths and transit systems; and tunnels.
Requirements
Qualifications
You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on the OPM web site at OPM qualification standards
Specialized experience: is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. For the GS-11: Candidates for the GS-11 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower (GS-09) grade level in the Federal service which demonstrates at least 3 of the following: Developing construction drawings and design criteria for civil engineering projects and managing projects from the preliminary planning stage through the design and construction phases. Reviewing design documents, including statements of work, drawings, specifications and calculations to identify design deficiencies and areas for concern, and recommending solutions to resolve design and construction deficiencies and mitigate risks. Performing project management and oversight of contractor performance to ensure compliance with organizational standards and ensuring all requirements are met. Providing technical civil engineering guidance on new and existing construction and renovation projects (i.e., buildings, retaining walls, roads and pedestrian paths, tunnels, pipelines, water and sewerage systems, storm water management, waste disposal units, and gas and electrical services). Serving as Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) or equivalent on engineering-related projects. -OR- 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. -OR– An equivalent combination of the specialized experience and the graduate-level education described above. For the GS-12: Candidates for the GS-12 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower (GS-11) grade level in the Federal service which demonstrates at least 4 of the following: Developing construction drawings and design criteria for civil engineering projects and managing projects from the preliminary planning stage through the design and construction phases. Reviewing design documents, including statements of work, drawings, specifications and calculations to identify design deficiencies and areas for concern, and recommending solutions to resolve design and construction deficiencies and mitigate risks. Performing project management and oversight of contractor performance to ensure compliance with organizational standards and ensuring all requirements are met. Providing technical civil engineering guidance on new and existing construction and renovation projects (i.e., buildings, retaining walls, roads and pedestrian paths, tunnels, pipelines, water and sewerage systems, storm water management, waste disposal units, and gas and electrical services). Serving as Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) or equivalent on engineering-related projects. For the GS-13: Candidates for the GS-13 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower (GS-12) grade level in the Federal service which demonstrates all of the following: Developing construction drawings and design criteria for civil engineering projects and managing projects from the preliminary planning stage through the design and construction phases. Reviewing design documents, including statements of work, drawings, specifications and calculations to identify design deficiencies and areas for concern, and recommending solutions to resolve design and construction deficiencies and mitigate risks. Performing project management and oversight of contractor performance to ensure compliance with organizational standards and ensuring all requirements are met. Providing technical civil engineering guidance on new and existing construction and renovation projects (i.e., buildings, retaining walls, roads and pedestrian paths, tunnels, pipelines, water and sewerage systems, storm water management, waste disposal units, and gas and electrical services). Serving as Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) or equivalent on engineering-related projects.
The mission of the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is to serve Congress and the Supreme Court, preserve America's Capitol and inspire memorable experiences. The AOC is responsible for the maintenance, operation, development and preservation of 18.4 million square feet of buildings and more than 570 acres of land throughout Capitol Hill. The AOC provides a welcoming and educational environment for millions of visitors through the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center and the US Botanic Garden. Learn more at https://www.aoc.gov/careers. The AOC prides itself on its Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Safety and Empower (RISE).
Summary
This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Engineer. The selectee is responsible for projects involving the study, design, construction, inspection, testing of civil systems and their associated components including drainage; stormwater; retaining structures; site utilities such as water, sanitary, electrical, gas, thermal utilities; transportation systems such as roads, pedestrian paths and transit systems; and tunnels.
Requirements
Qualifications
You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on the OPM web site at OPM qualification standards
Specialized experience: is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. For the GS-11: Candidates for the GS-11 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower (GS-09) grade level in the Federal service which demonstrates at least 3 of the following: Developing construction drawings and design criteria for civil engineering projects and managing projects from the preliminary planning stage through the design and construction phases. Reviewing design documents, including statements of work, drawings, specifications and calculations to identify design deficiencies and areas for concern, and recommending solutions to resolve design and construction deficiencies and mitigate risks. Performing project management and oversight of contractor performance to ensure compliance with organizational standards and ensuring all requirements are met. Providing technical civil engineering guidance on new and existing construction and renovation projects (i.e., buildings, retaining walls, roads and pedestrian paths, tunnels, pipelines, water and sewerage systems, storm water management, waste disposal units, and gas and electrical services). Serving as Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) or equivalent on engineering-related projects. -OR- 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. -OR– An equivalent combination of the specialized experience and the graduate-level education described above. For the GS-12: Candidates for the GS-12 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower (GS-11) grade level in the Federal service which demonstrates at least 4 of the following: Developing construction drawings and design criteria for civil engineering projects and managing projects from the preliminary planning stage through the design and construction phases. Reviewing design documents, including statements of work, drawings, specifications and calculations to identify design deficiencies and areas for concern, and recommending solutions to resolve design and construction deficiencies and mitigate risks. Performing project management and oversight of contractor performance to ensure compliance with organizational standards and ensuring all requirements are met. Providing technical civil engineering guidance on new and existing construction and renovation projects (i.e., buildings, retaining walls, roads and pedestrian paths, tunnels, pipelines, water and sewerage systems, storm water management, waste disposal units, and gas and electrical services). Serving as Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) or equivalent on engineering-related projects. For the GS-13: Candidates for the GS-13 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower (GS-12) grade level in the Federal service which demonstrates all of the following: Developing construction drawings and design criteria for civil engineering projects and managing projects from the preliminary planning stage through the design and construction phases. Reviewing design documents, including statements of work, drawings, specifications and calculations to identify design deficiencies and areas for concern, and recommending solutions to resolve design and construction deficiencies and mitigate risks. Performing project management and oversight of contractor performance to ensure compliance with organizational standards and ensuring all requirements are met. Providing technical civil engineering guidance on new and existing construction and renovation projects (i.e., buildings, retaining walls, roads and pedestrian paths, tunnels, pipelines, water and sewerage systems, storm water management, waste disposal units, and gas and electrical services). Serving as Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) or equivalent on engineering-related projects.
The mission of the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is to serve Congress and the Supreme Court, preserve America's Capitol and inspire memorable experiences. The AOC is responsible for the maintenance, operation, development and preservation of 18.4 million square feet of buildings and more than 570 acres of land throughout Capitol Hill. The AOC provides a welcoming and educational environment for millions of visitors through the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center and the US Botanic Garden. Learn more at https://www.aoc.gov/careers. The AOC prides itself on its Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Safety and Empower (RISE).